Greenbottle Blue Tarantula 101: Complete Care Sheet

The Greenbottle Blue Tarantula (Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens) is a terrestrial New World Tarantula. It is one of the most popular tarantula species among hobbyists due to its docile temperament and beautiful colors. It gets its name due to its metallic blue legs and green-blueish carapace, giving this spider a unique and highly desired appearance. The Greenbottle … Read more

Tarantula Molting: A Complete Guide (With Pictures)

Every spider molts and tarantulas are no exception. However, when you’re new to owning these arachnids, this whole process might be a bit confusing. Since they often molt while laying on their back, it’s very common for inexperienced owners to be worried that their tarantula is dying or that there is something wrong, while in … Read more

Are Tarantulas Nocturnal? [Do They Even Sleep?]

Are tarantulas nocturnal or are they diurnal? Do tarantulas even sleep or are they awake 24 hours a day? These are important questions for prospective owners. It’s important to know when they are active, and when they’re not. That way, you can know when you should leave it alone and when you can interact with … Read more

Gooty Sapphire Tarantula (Poecilotheria Metallica): Full Guide

The Gooty Sapphire Tarantula, also known by its scientific name, Poecilotheria Metallica, is an Old World Arboreal species that is native to India. There are over 800 identified tarantula species and the GST is often considered to be the most beautiful of them all. It has intricate patterns and stunning blue, yellow, and sometimes white … Read more

Are Tarantulas Blind?

Are tarantulas blind? We all know that most spiders have many eyes, way more than we do. But do these eyes help them see better, or are they blind? That’s a great question, and something I’d like to answer today. I’m going to go over how many eyes the tarantula has, whether or not they … Read more

Are Tarantulas Friendly?

Are tarantulas friendly? Many people are afraid of spiders, and tarantulas, being among the biggest of them all, are often even more fear-inducing than the average spider to most people. But is this justified, or can they actually be really friendly towards humans? In today’s post, I’m going to go over a variety of different … Read more

Do Pigs Have Teeth? [How Many & What Do They Look Like?]

Do pigs have teeth? And if they do, how many do they have and what do they look like? If you’re not familiar with the pig’s anatomy, you might’ve wondered about these questions. The reason why so many people are unsure whether or not these animals have teeth is because they don’t often show them. … Read more

Do Ferrets Have Spines? [How Are They So Bendy?]

Do ferrets have spines? If they do not, how is it possible that they are so bendy? After all, you can literally fold them together and twist their bodies in pretty bizarre shapes. If this is what you’ve been pondering, you’ve come to the right place. I was curious about the same thing, so I … Read more